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August 22
- Exclusive: Noctua confirms it wants to make an RTX 5090 Noctua Edition➀ Noctua confirms its interest in creating an RTX 5090 Noctua Edition; ➁ The ASUS RTX 5080 Noctua Edition is mentioned as a collaborative effort with a high price premium; ➂ The scarcity of chip supply for the RTX 5090 is the main obstacle, with Noctua considering a vapour chamber design for potential future models.
- Hollow Knight has sold over 15 million copies➀ Hollow Knight has sold over 15 million copies; ➁ The sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, is set to launch in under two weeks; ➂ The original game was confirmed to have sold 2.8 million copies two years after its release.
- Overwatch 2 x Persona 5 officially teased ahead of Season 18➀ Overwatch 2 is known for its video game crossovers and anime-themed collaborations; ➁ Persona 5, a successful JRPG sub-series, is set to crossover into Overwatch 2; ➂ Season 18 of Overwatch 2 is scheduled for August 26th, bringing new features and a new Support Hero 'Wuyang'.
August 21
- ASUS RTX 5080 Noctua Edition Review➀ The ASUS RTX 5080 Noctua Edition is reviewed, highlighting its specifications, performance, and price compared to other RTX 5080 models. ➁ The card's cooling system, noise levels, and power efficiency are discussed. ➂ The review concludes with an overall assessment of the card's value and performance.
- Seagate Exos M 30TB HDD Review➀ The Seagate Exos M 30TB is designed for advanced cloud and enterprise environments, featuring HAMR technology and a 7,200rpm spindle speed. It offers a 30TB capacity, 512MB cache, and a SATA 6Gb/s interface. The drive is tested for performance and reliability, showcasing its capabilities in real-world scenarios. ➁ The review highlights the drive's power consumption, workload rating, and MTBF, emphasizing its suitability for enterprise use. ➂ The article concludes with the drive's overall performance and value for its price point.
- MSI rolls out wide range of PC hardware deals for back to school season➀ MSI is offering a variety of hardware deals for those looking to build or upgrade their first PC; ➁ Deals include monitors with 4K resolution and high refresh rates; ➂ Discounts on cases, coolers, power supplies, and motherboards are also available.
- The Rogue Prince of Persia surprise-drops onto both PlayStation Plus and Game Pass➀ After a year and a half in Early Access, The Rogue Prince of Persia has reached version 1.0; ➁ The game has been released on PC and made its console debut on PlayStation Plus Extra and Xbox Game Pass; ➂ PlayStation Plus Extra and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can play it for 'free'.
- STALKER 2 comes to PlayStation 5 this November➀ STALKER 2 was officially launched on Xbox Series X|S and PC late last year after several setbacks and delays. GSC Game World has since made thousands of improvements and fixes. ➁ The game is now confirmed for PlayStation 5 release on November 20th, marking one year from its initial launch. ➂ STALKER 2 will receive further updates, including Unreal Engine 5 upgrades and enhancements to the A-Life system.
- 8 Games are leaving PlayStation Plus next month➀ Sony has announced that 8 games will be removed from the PlayStation Plus Extra / Premium libraries next month; ➁ The list includes titles like UFC 5, The Plucky Squire, and Pistol Whip; ➂ The removal of Pistol Whip, a VR rhythm title, is particularly notable.
- All PlayStation 5 consoles get $50 price hike in the US➀ PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X have seen price increases over the years; ➁ Sony has raised the price of PS5s in various regions since 2020; ➂ Sony has officially increased the price of PS5 in the US starting on August 21, with all three SKUs getting a $50 bump.
August 20
- ROG Xbox Ally handheld launch confirmed at Gamescom 2025➀ The ROG Xbox Ally received its final launch trailer at Gamescom 2025; ➁ It is a collaborative effort between Asus and Microsoft, set to ship in October; ➂ It features a unique preview version of the new 'Gaming UI' for Windows 11 and comes in two versions: standard and more powerful ROG Xbox Ally X.
- Dying Light 2 gets massive ‘Stamina Patch’ ahead of The Beast’s launch next month➀ Techland continues to support Dying Light 2 with the 'Stamina Patch'; ➁ The update focuses on game health and stability; ➂ Parkour no longer consumes stamina; ➃ Bug fixes and campaign improvements.
- Open-World LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight officially announced➀ TTGames has announced LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, their most ambitious DC LEGO game yet; ➁ The game features a fully explorable open world inspired by Rocksteady's Arkham games; ➂ The game is set to release in 2026.
- Hollow Knight: Silksong ‘Special Announcement’ showcase goes live tomorrow➀ After years of leaks and speculation, the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong is set to be announced; ➁ Team Cherry is hosting a special event to reveal details, possibly including the release date; ➂ Fans are hopeful for an early release, possibly even tomorrow.
- Indiana Jones and the Great Circle comes to Switch 2 next year➀ Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is confirmed for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026; ➁ It marks the first game developed for the Switch 2 specifically by Microsoft; ➂ The game was previously exclusive to Xbox Series X|S and PS5, with a release on Switch 2 following the Xbox exclusivity period.
August 19
- BF2042 gets surprise final update alongside free ‘Road to Battlefield’ Battle Pass➀ EA/DICE has released update 9.2 for Battlefield 2042, adding new content and a free battle pass with 60 rewards; ➁ The update includes new weapons, vehicles, and the return of Iwo Jima map; ➂ The 'Road to Battlefield' battle pass offers 60 tiers with rewards for both Battlefield 2042 and 6.
- Nvidia reveals new price cuts for RTX 5090, RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 across Europe➀ Nvidia has announced new price cuts for its RTX 5090, RTX 5080, and RTX 5070 graphics cards across Europe. The RTX 5090's price has dropped from £1939 to £1799, the RTX 5080 from £979 to £909, and the RTX 5070 from £539 to £499. ➁ The price reductions are also reflected in the EU market, with the RTX 5090 now priced at €2099, down from €2329, and the RTX 5080 at €1059, down from €1169. ➂ These discounts are not including any special sales period offers, and there may be further price reductions later in the year.
- Sword of the Sea is Giant Squid’s highest rated game yet➀ 'Sword of the Sea' is Giant Squid's latest game, a day-one addition to PlayStation Plus; ➁ It's the successor to 'The Pathless' and has received a Metacritic score of 88; ➂ Giant Squid, founded in 2013, has a reputation for excellent visuals and gameplay; ➃ 'Sword of the Sea' builds on the fluid mechanics of its predecessors and has been well-received by early reviews.
- Microsoft introduces ‘ROG Xbox Ally Certified’ verification system➀ Microsoft introduces the 'ROG Xbox Ally Certified' verification system for its upcoming handheld console; ➁ The label is confirmed with the release of 'Gears of War Reloaded'; ➂ The exact meaning of the certification is not yet clear, but it may include more than just compatibility checks.
August 18
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 won’t make the jump to $80➀ Microsoft announced plans to raise the prices of all its new games to $80 at launch; ➁ The Outer Worlds 2 was used as an example against this change; ➂ Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will launch at $70 instead of $80.
- Assassin’s Creed Shadows is the highest-selling new game of 2025➀ Assassin's Creed Shadows has topped the European game sales chart for 2025; ➁ EA Sports FC 25, released last year, is still leading the sales; ➂ Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2 remain in the top 3 after 12 years.
- iiyama G-Master GCB3486WQSCP Review (240Hz VA Ultrawide)➀ The iiyama GCB3486WQSCP is an affordable ultrawide gaming monitor with a 34-inch VA panel, 240Hz refresh rate, and 3440x1440 resolution. It offers a 4000:1 contrast ratio, 0.4ms MPRT, and 500 nits brightness. The monitor is designed for gaming and features a curved screen, multiple connectivity options, and ergonomic adjustments. ➁ The review covers the design, on-screen display, panel analysis, response times, motion clarity, input latency, and overall performance. ➂ The monitor is praised for its performance and value for money, but some users may find the price a bit high for its features.
- Upcoming Sony ‘INZONE H9 II’ PlayStation headset leaks ahead of announcement➀ Sony is set to release the INZONE H9 II, a successor to the INZONE H9 wireless headset; ➁ The new model is expected to be announced in the coming days and will feature notable improvements; ➂ It will be lighter, use high-end speakers, and offer noise-cancelling microphone and improved connectivity.
August 17
- AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D shows up on PassMark➀ The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D has been confirmed with its first benchmarks showing up on PassMark; ➁ It is a budget-friendly gaming CPU for the AM4 platform, featuring a 6-core, 12-thread configuration and 96MB of L3 cache; ➂ It offers a significant gaming performance uplift for existing AM4 users without the need for a new motherboard or RAM.
August 15
- Corsair expands AIO line-up with Nautilus RS LCD coolers➀ Corsair has launched the Nautilus RS LCD line of AIO coolers with a customizable screen; ➁ Existing RS CPU cooler owners can upgrade with an LCD kit; ➂ The cooler features a 2.1-inch IPS screen, high-performance hardware, and is compatible with modern sockets.
August 14
- GeForce Now gets seven new games this week and new PC Game Pass titles➀ Seven more games are added to the GeForce Now library this week; ➁ Nvidia plans to return to Gamescom next week; ➂ The new games include several PC Game Pass titles like 9 Kings and Heretic + Hexen remaster bundle.
- PCSpecialist System Configurator – We Spec’d Our Own Review PC!➀ PCSpecialist offers the ability to customize a prebuilt gaming desktop; ➁ The review focuses on the system configurator and its performance in various games and benchmarks; ➂ The system was well-built and delivered the exact specification chosen, with some minor issues regarding fan configuration and GPU orientation.
- Co-op puzzler LEGO Voyagers officially launches next month➀ LEGO Voyagers is the latest game from Light Brick Studio, the creators of LEGO Builder's Journey; ➁ The game is a 2-player co-op puzzle-platformer where players control LEGO bricks to rescue a spaceship; ➂ The game features a friend pass for free play with friends.
- PUBG to get native current-gen upgrade as last-gen console support winds down➀ PUBG has announced the end of last-gen console support and the transition to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S; ➁ The upgrade aims to improve visuals and stability; ➂ Different resolutions and frame rates will be targeted for different consoles.
August 13
- Capcom finally takes Monster Hunter Wilds performance seriously as sales dwindle➀ Capcom acknowledges the significant sales decline of Monster Hunter Wilds following its launch in early 2025; ➁ The game has faced difficulties attracting new players on PC due to performance issues; ➂ Capcom promises to implement improvements, starting with CPU optimisations in Title Update 4, expected this winter.